Minecraft: How To Extinguish Campfire

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• How To Obtain a Campfire in Minecraft

The Minecraft Campfire, introduced in version 1.14, is a versatile block often used decoratively, but boasting several hidden functionalities. It can damage mobs and players, create smoke signals, cook food, and even soothe bees. This guide details the methods for extinguishing a Campfire, unlocking its full potential.

How To Extinguish a Campfire in Minecraft

Three methods exist for extinguishing Campfires:

• Water Bucket: Waterlogging effectively puts out the flames. Simply use a water bucket on the Campfire block.
• Splash Water Potion: Throwing a Splash Water Potion onto the Campfire will extinguish it. Note that this is a more resource-intensive method, requiring gunpowder and glass.
• Shovel: The most economical and often overlooked method involves using any shovel (even a wooden one). Right-click (or use the left trigger on consoles) the Campfire with the shovel to extinguish it.

How To Obtain a Campfire in Minecraft

Acquiring a Campfire can be achieved in several ways:

• Natural Generation: Campfires naturally spawn in Taiga and Snowy Taiga villages, and within camps in Ancient Cities. Remember, harvesting a pre-placed Campfire requires a tool with the Silk Touch enchantment; otherwise, you'll only receive two coal (Java Edition) or four coal (Bedrock Edition).
• Crafting: Crafting a Campfire is straightforward, requiring sticks, wood, and either charcoal or soul sand. The latter ingredient determines whether a regular or soul fire Campfire is created.
• Trading: Apprentice fishermen will trade Campfires for emeralds; the cost is five emeralds (Bedrock Edition) or two emeralds (Java Edition).